This dive site is located in Monterey Bay. The area offers diving experiences ranging from beginner to advanced levels. A key highlight of these dives is the opportunity to explore kelp forests, which provides a memorable underwater experience. Diving within these kelp forests presents a unique and rewarding exploration for divers of all skill levels.
Numerous Monterey and Carmel Bay Sites
Iconic kelp forest diving with rich marine life.
- Access
8m Avg Depth
11m Max Depth
About this dive site
DivingFreedivingSnorkeling
Site Ratings
Big Marine Life Very Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Good Viz
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Plan Your Visit
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Marine Life
Harbor Seal
Many-Spotted Seastar
California Sea Lion
Nudibranch
Octopus
Sea Otter
Rockfish
Lingcod
Kelpfish
Things to Note
Difficulty:
All levels
Shallow depths and varied sites accommodate divers of all skills.
Hazards:
cold waterkelp entanglementboat traffic
Current Strength:
Mild
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